First United Methodist Church of Trenton A family of God, through the love of Jesus Christ: Reaching Up, Reaching Out, Embracing Everyone! Welcome, we are glad that you have chosen to worship with us today. We would like you to know that: Nursery services are available upon request. The nursery is located on the second floor. An asterisk (*) located before an event means that we invite you to rise in body or in spirit. You are invited to join us for refreshments in the lounge after the service. The pastor is available to meet with you to answer any questions or address any concerns about the church you might have, and for pastoral counseling or conversation, and visits. We hope to see you again! July 15, 2018 10:00 am
Words of Reflection Words of Reflection "But just as you excel in everything- in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us-see that you also excel in this grace of giving." II Corinthians 8: 7 NIV Welcome: Prelude Organist/pianist Jeff Burke Call to Worship: Psalm 24 Leader: The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, People: The world and those who dwell therein; Leader: For God has founded it upon the seas, People: And established it upon the rivers. Leader: Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord? People: And who shall stand in God's holy place? Leader: Those who have clean hands and pure hearts, People: Who do not lift up their souls to what is false, and do not swear deceitfully. Leader: They will receive blessings from the Lord, People: And vindication from the God of their salvation. Leader: Such is the generation of those who seek the Lord, People: Who seek the face of the God of Jacob Leader: Lift up your heads, O gates! and be lifted up, O ancient doors! that the Ruler of glory may come in. People: Who is the Ruler of Glory? Leader: The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle! People: Lift up your heads, O gates! and be lifted up, O ancient doors! that the Ruler of glory may come in. Leader: Who is this Ruler of glory? All: The Lord of hosts, the Lord is the Ruler of glory! *Opening Hymn "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" # 103 Opening Prayer: Our God, whose Son is the Light of the World, in His penetrating light we acknowledge our darkness; in His constant grace our careless love; in His generous giving, our sordid grasping; in His equal justice, our dire prejudice; in His fortitude, our fearful failure; in His inclusive love, our deep divisions; in His pure sacrifice, our unclean sins. But in his cross is our forgiveness, and in his resurrection, our enduring hope. That pardon and promise we now claim, in penitence and faith, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. -2-
Gospel Lesson: Mark 6:1-13 Response to the Gospel Lesson Leader: This is the word of God for the people of God, for which people say: People: Thanks be to God! Amen. *Hymn (you may remain seated) "There's Something About That Name" # 171 Prayers of the People What joys or concerns do you want to take to God in prayer? Do you have a story to share as to how God has worked in your life recently? Pastoral Prayer leading into the Lord s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. The Epistle Lesson : II Corinthians 8:1-15 *Hymn "Have Thine Own Way, Lord" # 382" Sermon Radical Trust/Radical Generosity Rev. Heidi Reinker *Hymn "Jesus Calls Us" # 398 Presentation of our Tithes and Offerings Offering Prayer Offertory Music *Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow, # 95 Praise him; all creatures here below; Praise him above; ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen -3-
*Benediction It is our tradition to form a circle around the perimeter of the church after the benediction to sing Let There Be Peace on Earth while holding hands. If you are uncomfortable with this, you may proceed directly to the fellowship hall for refreshments! Closing Hymn Let There Be Peace on Earth # 431 Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me; Let there be peace on earth, the peace that was meant to be. With God our Creator, children all are we. Let us walk with each other in perfect harmony. Let peace begin with me; let this be the moment now. With every step I take, let this be my solemn vow: To take each moment and live each moment in peace eternally. Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me. *Postlude Everyone is invited to the fellowship hall for refreshments and a time of fellowship. Altar Flowers: Coffee Hour: Judy Howells Liturgist: Greeter: Liturgical Resources: Call to Worship- Prayer of confession-prayers and Other Resources for Public Worship- H. Davies and M. Slifer, pg. 21-4-
In Our Thoughts and Prayers... Those who are hospitalized: Those who are home: Sandi Brewer Ruth Ann Brewer Debbie Moffitt Botta Greg Moffitt Cahalan Family Joe & Paulette Wilson Cheryl Heath Ramona Mardell Hull Jo Kampschoer Ruth Kasenow Lindsey Liedke-Betty Lozo daughter Betty Lozo Sylvia & Michael Nowicki-Ramona Pat Menatac Stan Miller Kathy Myers Alex Nicol Ruth Ann Brewer Morris Prater Father of Tom Prater Shannon Prater-Lee and Jan Wynn s daughter Donna Partillo Karen Roberts friend Ryan Randazzo Betty and Stan Millergrandson Sally Thornton Karen Roberts friend Joe Wilson Janet Wolfe-Ruth Kasenow s daughter Jeff Wynn Lee and Jan Wynn son Lee Wynn- Those serving our country: SPC Bradley Cookson (Army) - grandson of Faith Cookson Lieutenant Colonel Nathaniel Davis (Army, New York) CPT Charles Dvorak (Army) - brother of Emily Neubauer Please contact the church office if you would like a name added to the list -5-
Trenton First UMC Announcements Breakfast & Devotion If you re looking for a way to start the week with good food, great company and a brief devotion, then come join us at the diner. Thank you to Jerry Ward, Ira Neubauer and helpers for getting up the leaning garden wall of our church! Great job! The next breakfast will be Monday, July 16 8 am at Mom s Restaurant. 2691 Fort St, Trenton Adult Bible Study-Summer Schedule We will gather some Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. or so to study the scriptures together with Pastor Heidi. We read sections of the scriptures and then discuss them, so there is no homework, and you can jump in and join us anytime. So just bring your Bible and join us in the meeting room for this study. All are invited to attend. We are starting to study Psalms. Bible study: July 24 NO Bible study on July 17 All are welcome! Congratulations to Aaron & Michelle Whitten on the birth of their son Adam Stanley Whitten July 3, at 7:05 pm 6lbs 9 oz Congratulations also to Grandma Jan Woolcott Monday, August 27th. Please Note: The next Church Council Meeting has been changed to -6-
Trenton First UMC and Community Announcements Continued Arts and Animals outing Tuesday, July 31st 10 am Join us for our Book Club Wednesday, July 25th If you are interested in an Arts and Animals outing, please let Pastor Heidi know. She is planning a trip to the Toledo Art Museum (free admission), followed by lunch in Toledo, then a drive through the African Safari Wildlife in Port Clinton Ohio. Pastor Heidi has 16 free admission tickets for the African Safari Wildlife. If you would like to go, there is a sign up sheet on the piano. Please sign up by July 29th. So far we have 7 going so there s room for you! Let Jan Woolcott know if you want her to order you a book. August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid but his new classmates can t get past Auggie s extraordinary face. Wonder, a #1 New York Times bestseller, begins from Auggie s point of view, but soon switches to include his classmates, his sister, her boyfriend, and others. These perspectives converge in a portrait of one community s struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. Refreshments will be provided. Come join the Methodiners Sunday, July 29th, at 6 pm 25555 W River Rd Grosse Ile -7-
Pastor Heidi s Contact Information: Cell: (734) 407-9515 E-mail: hcreinker@gmail.com Facebook: Heidi Reinker First United Methodist Church 2610 W. Jefferson Ave, Trenton MI 48183 734-676-2066 Facebook: first united methodist of trenton Website: www.firstunitedmethodistoftrenton.com E-mail: trentonfumc@gmail.com Ministers: All The People Pastor: Rev. Heidi Reinker Church Admin: Ramona Moyski Organist: Jeff Burke Custodian: Karen Roberts July Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Sunday: Tuesday: Sunday: 7/15: 10 am worship 7/16: 8 am Breakfast & devotions at Mom s Restaurant 7/17: No Bible study 7/22: 10 am worship Summer Hat Day for women! 7/24: 1 pm Bible study on Psalms 7/29: 10 am worship; 6 pm Methodiners Smokies On The Water- Grosse Ile. NOTE: This is a change of date. Tuesday: 7/31: 10 am leave church for Toledo Art Museum-tour the museum, lunch in Toledo, then tour African Safari Wildlife in Port Clinton, OH before heading home. August Sunday: 8/5: 10 am worship Monday: 8/6: Office closed, Ramona on vacation Monday, August 6-9 Tuesday: 8/7: 1 pm Bible study Thursday: 8/9: Office closed, Ramona on vacation Using the QR Code at right